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M4.2 Depth: 7.9 km

M4.2 Earthquake near México (Mexico)

UTC time: 2026-01-25 12:39:15 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M4.2 earthquake was recorded near México (Mexico) on January 25, 2026 at 12:39 UTC. The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 8 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Tremors of this size are distinctly felt and can occasionally cause light damage.

The event was recorded by EMSC.

Details

Magnitude
M4.2
Depth
7.9 km
UTC time
2026-01-25 12:39:15 UTC
Local time
—
Country
Mexico
City
México
Source
emsc
Coordinates
18.09300, -103.34100
Temperature
26.8°C

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Depth profile

Depth profile Depth: 7.9 km (Shallow) Surface Shallow Intermediate Deep 0 km 70 km 300 km 700 km 7.9 km
Shallow
7.9 km
7.9 km — shallower than the regional average (46 km)
Regional average: 46 km
Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

Volcanoes nearby

  • Colima
    Distance: 161 km ·Stratovolcano(es) ·Elevation: 3'850 m ·Last eruption: 2019 ·Mexico
  • Michoacan-Guanajuato
    Distance: 257 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'860 m ·Last eruption: 1952 ·Mexico
  • Northern EPR at 17°N
    Distance: 271 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'700 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Mexico
  • Mascota Volcanic Field
    Distance: 316 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 2'525 m ·Mexico
  • Northern EPR at 16°N
    Distance: 336 km ·Fissure vent(s) ·Elevation: -2'300 m ·Last eruption: -50 ·Mexico
  • Zitacuaro-Valle de Bravo
    Distance: 356 km ·Volcanic field ·Elevation: 3'500 m ·Last eruption: -3050 ·Mexico

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